Edd, there is an article on this in the October (latest) edition of cruising world using FRP panels from Home Depot. It looks easier than starboard.
Tim Branford, CT > On Oct 14, 2015, at 2:58 PM, Kevin Driscoll via CnC-List > <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > > Here is a different approach, ie. DIY hard dodger. It is very intriguing to > me as the stitches begin to dissolve on our dodger though I would prefer to > use an FRP panel over Starboard... > > http://www.bwsailing.com/bw/cruising-news/roger-dodger/ > > btw @ James Delaney, the picture of that outboard powered jet ski at the > mooring is excellent! > >> On Wed, Oct 14, 2015 at 11:47 AM William Hall via CnC-List >> <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: >> Which side of your wife is her non-working side? >> >> Sorry, that was off topic. >> >>> On Wed, Oct 14, 2015 at 1:55 PM, David via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> >>> wrote: >>> Whatever basic dodge design you use I have one recommendation that I will >>> implement in my Dodger 2.0. Try to have the dodger to deck joint as >>> tight/water-resistant as possible. When it is snotty outside its nice to >>> keep those aggressive seas on the working side of the dodger and not >>> hydraulically scoping out your wife on the non-working side >>> >>> David F. Risch >>> 1981 40-2 >>> (401) 419-4650 (cell) >>> >>> >>> To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com >>> Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2015 10:39:34 -0700 >>> Subject: Re: Stus-List Dodger for 34+ >>> From: cnc-list@cnc-list.com >>> CC: dblair...@gmail.com >>> >>> Dave I can take a few pics for you. My dodger is fairly functional although >>> I think it could have been extended back a few inches to increase the >>> shade. I would like to have a bimini but the length of the boom is really >>> going to limit the height and usefulness. To me a decent bimini needs to >>> stand on the pushpit to not crowd access around the binnacle. The PO had a >>> complete enclosure built but I have the aft hoops in the garage as they >>> restrict movement significantly. It is sunny today and I was going down to >>> check things anyway, so will send from my iPhone if you can give me a >>> number to text them to. >>> >>> >>> >>> Ciao >>> >>> >>> >>> From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of >>> davepulaski via CnC-List >>> Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2015 1:28 AM >>> To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com >>> Cc: davepulaski >>> Subject: Stus-List Dodger for 34+ >>> >>> >>> >>> So I'm having discussions with a canvas maker about fabricating a dodger >>> for my '90 34+, and I'd like to solicit some input from other 34+ owners >>> who have a dodger, and I'd really love to see some pictures! >>> >>> >>> >>> This will be a from-scratch build, as the boat never had a dodger. >>> >>> >>> >>> Obviously I want it to be good looking and not detract too much from the >>> lines of the boat, but there are some functional challenges I can see with >>> putting a dodger on a 34+. >>> >>> >>> >>> First, clearance for the big self-tailers on the corners of the cabin top. >>> Th canvas maker I'm speaking with expressed concern that the dodger side >>> panels and/or frame may interfer with full rotation of the winch handle. >>> >>> >>> >>> Second: how high above the companionway hatch is your dodger, and how much >>> does it create awkward access in and out of the companionway? This is >>> difficult for me to visualize, but I can see it being an issue because the >>> bridgedeck is so very long on these boats. I don't want the dodger any >>> taller than absolutely necessary for aesthetic and visibility reasons. >>> >>> >>> >>> Third, and this is the core purpose of me getting a dodger, how far back >>> does your dodger extend over the forward end of the cockpit? This is my >>> #1 reason for getting a dodger because The Admiral needs a cozy, SHADY >>> spot where she can sit facing backwards up against the cabin top bulkhead >>> and read a book while I toil away sailing the boat. If the dodger stops >>> at the aft end of the cabin top, it won't provide any shade to the cockpit >>> thus defeating the whole purpose. Do you guys get any usable shade in the >>> front of the cockpit from your dodgers? A bimini is out of the question; >>> not only do I absolutely hate biminis, but my travelers is in the cockpit >>> in front of the pedestal making a bimini pretty much impractical. >>> >>> >>> >>> I really want this done right... any input will be much appreciated! >>> >>> >>> >>> -Dave >>> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ Email address: >>> CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list preferences, including >>> unsubscribing -- go to the bottom of page at: >>> http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> >>> Email address: >>> CnC-List@cnc-list.com >>> To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the >>> bottom of page at: >>> http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com >> >> >> Bill >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Email address: >> CnC-List@cnc-list.com >> To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the bottom >> of page at: >> http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com > _______________________________________________ > > Email address: > CnC-List@cnc-list.com > To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the bottom > of page at: > http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com >
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